New Report Sparks Calls for Council Pledge on Climate Change

New Report Sparks Calls for Council Pledge on Climate Change

14 August 2017

Central Coast Greens are calling on the next Council to heed a new report from the Climate Council and make a pledge for local action on climate change.

The Climate Council report shows local governments are able to deliver effective action and are “leading State and Federal governments on tackling climate change and capitalising on opportunities in renewable energy.”

The program would give Central Coast Council access to resources, mentoring, networks and development opportunities to help it take action in areas ranging from renewable energy and efficiency to transport and advocacy.

Kate da Costa, Greens candidate for Gosford West in the upcoming council elections said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for the new Central Coast Council. We must get on board in order to gain access to the networks and support being offered.

“Central Coast Greens already have comprehensive policies for local action on climate change. This report backs up our view that the Council must take a lead in this area, and it provides an incentive to take action now.

Stephen Pearson, Greens candidate for Gosford East said: “Taking the Climate Council’s pledge will give Central Coast Council access to resources that support us in achieving meaningful, measurable action in our local community.

“Climate change may be a global issue, but action at a local level matters, not least because it builds momentum and pressure on others to do the same.”